Nikon AW100 vs Sony W350

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW100 versus Sony W350, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was revealed 20 months after the W350 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon AW100 being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the AW100 scores versus the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW100 versus Sony W350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the AW100 against the W350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and W350 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and W350.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger AW100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.